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06/30/2021

Policy & Government Affairs Director

Clean Fuels Ohio

Clean Fuels Ohio (CFO) is looking for a dynamic, self-starting, team-oriented professional to direct our statewide policy work. Our Policy and Government Affairs Director will develop strategies, strengthen relationships with policymakers and leaders, and build coalitions involving a wide range of industry, local government, community, and non-profit partners. We are seeking an individual with proven government relations experience and motivation to play an integral role in the exciting challenge of transforming Ohio’s transportation energy sector.

About Clean Fuels Ohio

Clean Fuels Ohio is a statewide nonprofit organization based in Columbus, Ohio. Our mission is to improve air quality and health, reduce environmental pollution, strengthen Ohio's economy, and enhance our nation's energy security.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree (minimum).

  • At least two-years of professional experience in the field (required).

  • Warm relationships with members of the majority caucus in the OGA (required).

  • Experience running a policy program (preferred).

  • Excellent communication skills including public speaking, direct communications, and writing required.

  • Experience in government relations (in particular, with Ohio House and Senate majority caucus), strategy, and building coalitions involving multiple partners.

  • Must be able to express passion for and develop solid subject-matter expertise related to advanced vehicles and cleaner fuels, and policies needed to further market adoption.

  • Must work in Columbus and be available to travel around Ohio. Potential out-of-state travel could occur.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Statewide Outreach and Coalition Building: Convene and hold meetings, speak to and network with individuals from a wide range of diverse organizations, associations, and communities around Ohio. Educate and involve them in our policy activities. Occasionally travel out of state for this purpose.

  • Government Affairs: Educate and build relationships with members of the Ohio General Assembly, state agency

    officials, the Ohio Congressional Delegation, and local officials around our agenda. Ensure that CFO is seen as the lead organization in Ohio around advanced transportation fuels and technology issues.

  • Strategic Development: Work with CEO, other staff, Board members, and allies to develop our policy agenda, campaign strategies on specific advocacy efforts, and an annual work plan for the policy program. Ensure that any funder deliverables related to policy are accomplished.

  • Collaborate as Part of Senior CFO Staff: Work closely with several CFO colleagues to produce written and multi-media materials and integrate the policy program with other CFO program areas.

  • Securing/Managing Funding Resources: Develop a budget for CFO’s policy program. Work with the senior leadership staff to secure adequate and stable funding for the policy program. Prepare reports to funders. Help secure new CFO members based on contacts developed.

Location: 3240 W. Henderson Rd., Ste A, Columbus, OH 43220

Salary: $55k-$65k (benefits available)

To Apply: Send cover letter and resume by email to Kate Von Bargen: Kate@CleanFuelsOhio.org with the subject line “Policy and Government Affairs Director Position Application.”

Equal Opportunity Employer: At Clean Fuels Ohio we believe that to truly succeed in our mission members of underrepresented groups, and communities disproportionately affected by environmental pollution, must share an equitable position in the industry. We strongly believe that environmental justice is one of the key cornerstones of our work. Therefore, we actively encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups and prioritize bringing more diverse and inclusive voices to the table.

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